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Feel sick, achy; with up and down temperature changes. should i get tested for the flu?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Yes: See your doctor and undergo rapid test for influenza, because if treated within 48 hrs of onset your illness may be dramatically shortened and the number of complications minimized.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 3/29/2012

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A member asked:

Feel sick, achy; with up and down temperature changes. should i get tested for the flu?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Villaplana agreed

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